You can either trade your card for a different one or get a check in the mail. Be prepared to lose some of the value of the card. For example, when we checked Cardpool, a $50 Target gift card would turn into a check for $43.50.

If you want money on the spot, some Coinstar kiosks are now accepting gift cards. Coinstar Exchange accepts cards from over 150 stores and restaurants. As with the trade-in websites, expect to lose a percentage of the gift card value. Not all kiosks have the gift card option. For more information and to find a kiosk near you, click here.